Brotherly Love is a 2015 American coming-of-age drama written and directed by Jamal Hill, set in North Philadelphia and following the three Lyon siblings as basketball, ambition and street loyalties pull at their family. Its soundtrack is an R&B/hip-hop set, with several songs performed by members of the cast.
The film is a standalone drama, and its music — anchored by Keke Palmer’s single “No Love” — reflects the story’s themes of family, love and struggle.
Quick Facts
| Title | Brotherly Love |
|---|---|
| Year | 2015 |
| Genre | Drama |
| Writer/Director | Jamal Hill |
| Setting | Philadelphia |
| U.S. release | April 24, 2015 |
| Lead single | “No Love” – Keke Palmer |
| Where to stream | Netflix and Tubi |
| Lead cast | Keke Palmer, Cory Hardrict, Quincy Brown |
The Soundtrack & Cast Performances
Rather than a traditional orchestral score, Brotherly Love uses a song-driven soundtrack rooted in contemporary R&B and hip-hop. A notable hook is that several tracks are performed by the film’s own cast, tying the music directly to the characters.
The standout is “No Love,” released as a single by Keke Palmer, who plays Jackie Lyon. The promotional soundtrack EP collects the film’s featured songs.
Because the cast doubles as performers on several tracks, the music functions almost like an extension of the characters — from Jackie’s frustration to the brothers’ loyalty — rather than sitting apart from the drama. The film leans on this song-led approach in place of a conventional instrumental score.
Soundtrack Songs (Promotional EP)
Featured songs from the film’s promotional soundtrack EP.
| Song | Artist |
|---|---|
| No Love | Keke Palmer |
| Brotherly Love | Jimmy Cozier |
| I’m Good | Cory Hardrict |
| All I Need | Eric D. Hill Jr. |
| We Are One | Brotherly Love Cast |
Where to Stream
Brotherly Love is available to stream on Netflix and free (with ads) on Tubi. Selected songs, including Keke Palmer’s “No Love,” can be found on Spotify and SoundCloud.
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Main Cast
- Keke Palmer as Jackie Lyon
- Cory Hardrict as June Lyon
- Quincy Brown as Sergio Lyon
- With Eric D. Hill Jr., Macy Gray and Faizon Love
Frequently Asked Questions
Who directed Brotherly Love (2015)?
It was written and directed by Jamal Hill.
Who sings “No Love” from Brotherly Love?
“No Love” is performed by Keke Palmer, who stars as Jackie Lyon; it was released as the film’s single.
Where can I watch Brotherly Love?
It streams on Netflix and free with ads on Tubi.
Is there an official Brotherly Love soundtrack?
The film was promoted with a soundtrack EP featuring songs performed in part by the cast, including Keke Palmer’s “No Love.”
What is Brotherly Love about?
Set in Philadelphia, it follows the three Lyon siblings — a basketball star, his protective older brother, and their sister — as family and neighborhood pressures collide.
Did the cast of Brotherly Love record songs?
Yes. Several soundtrack songs are performed by cast members, most notably Keke Palmer’s single “No Love.”
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